Fine imposed for thuggish assault at ATM

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

A Dublin man who acted like a thug and attacked a student while he was attempting to take money out of an ATM was fined €750 at Galway District Court this week.

Volvo news is our Olympics

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

The confirmation last evening of the story that we brought you first last week, that Galway is to host the final leg of the Volvo Ocean Race in 2012, brings to an end a remarkable series of negotiations that have concluded with a tremendous fillip for everyone here in the west. With the state of the economy and few lights on the horizon, the promise of this remarkable event is something that the entire region can plan around for the next two years.

Kitty’s bag of lucky charms to work overtime as Go Native goes for million

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

The horse is chomping at the bit, the jockey’s jodhpurs have been ironed, and the lucky charms are packed, yes, excitement is really brewing up now as a Galway syndicate and their horse, Go Native, make final preparations for next week’s Cheltenhem Festival where they could be in with a chance to win a £1 million bonus.

Go Native ready to go for the million bonus

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

The Saying that every cloud has a silver lining must surely ring loud in the ears of the Ducado Syndicate in these tough times as the six-member syndicate stand on the brink of collecting their share of a huge £1million Triple Crown Bonus sponsored by WBX.COM which goes to the winner of the WBX.COM Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle, The Stan James Christmas Hurdle at Kempton and the Smurfit Kappa Champion Hurdle on Tuesday next March 16.

Galway set to win lucrative last leg in 2012 Volvo Ocean Race

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

There is growing confidence in Galway this weekend that not alone will the city will be named as a stopover port for the 2012 Volvo Ocean Race, but that it is in with a great chance of hosting the finish of the race — an award that would multiply the massive coverage it received last year.

The third and final European stop - and also the finishing leg of the round the world race - is expected to be named on Tuesday after both Lisbon and Lorient were named as the first two European ports.

Local planning consultant aims to demystify draft city plan

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Galway people will have the opportunity to learn more about the draft Galway City Development Plan and how they can have an input into the future development of the city at a public discussion next week.

Unsustainable rent still a concern, says Chamber

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Rent levels for retail premises in Galway city centre were unsustainable even before the economic downturn and continue to be a source of major concern for businesses, according to the Galway Chamber of Commerce which is calling on landlords to be more realistic.

Mayor’s trip to Seattle ‘justified’ say City Hall

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

The Mayor of Galway’s upcoming journey to Seattle for the city’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations is justified according to City Hall as the expenses are “minimal” and it is a chance to market Galway abroad.

All school children to be offered swine flu jab by end of month

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

All school children will have been offered the swine flu vaccination by the completion of the programme in the west at the end of the month, according to the HSE West.

The health authority says the schools vaccination programme is continuing with teams going to larger schools around the county.

Remus to open first Irish store

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Ireland’s leading menswear brand, Remus Uomo will open its first Irish store in Galway’s Eyre Square Centre on Thursday evening next March 11.

Health disruption as union extends work-to-rule

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Local health services experienced disruption yesterday afternoon (Wednesday) as the country’s biggest public sector union stepped up its work to rule protest over pay cuts.

Oranmore women’s day celebrations to help elderly

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

A coffee morning, which will be held in Oranmore on Monday to mark International Women’s Day, will raise funds for older people in the Oranmore Maree parish.

Blessed are those among swimmers

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

The National Short Course Swim Championships can take place in Leisureland in Salthill this November, provided there is early planning and that stakeholders such as the Galway City Council have “the correct mindset”.

Cash-strapped hotels condemn extortionate rates

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Hotels in Galway already under pressure from the recession and low visitor numbers are paying the eighth highest local authority rates in the country with more than €6 million in total paid out in 2009 alone.

Win tickets to Gilbert O’Sullivan

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Gilbert O’Sullivan is coming to Galway next week and the Galway Advertiser has three pairs of tickets to give away.

The Waterford born singer-songwriter plays the Town Hall Theatre (in a change to the previously advertised Radisson Live Lounge - tickets for the Radisson show are still valid) on Monday March 15 at 8pm.

First stills released from TV adaptation of Ken Bruen’s The Guards

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

The Guards, the pilot TV movie for the prime time series based on the novels by the internationally acclaimed Galway crime novelist Ken Bruen, is completed.

More and more children not sharing difficulties with their families

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Growing numbers of young people are not sharing their problems with their families but are reaching out to local support services for help instead.

Make your own animated films

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Galway artist Aideen Barry will teach a six evening animation course at Galway Film Centre starting on Tuesday March 23.

The course, aimed at beginners and those with a little knowledge, will show participants how to make their own short animation films using every sort of material including photographs, video, drawings, and clay.

Jes pupils win place at Oxford debate final

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Two Jes pupils have won places in an international debating competition which will be held at Oxford.

Independent inquiry needed into sinking of Iona Isle

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

Now more than ever there is a need for an independent inquiry into the sinking of Pat O’Donnell’s boat the Iona Isle, according to Independent councillor Catherine Connolly.

Councillor Connolly tabled a motion last June calling for the Galway City Council to call on the Government to set up an independent investigation into the sinking of the fishing vessel off the coast of Erris Head as a matter of urgency.

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